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There are no friends in the film industry, says actor Johny Lever

On being asked whether he has any friends in the film industry, actor Johny Lever mourns that in this industry, there is dosti but no dosts. He feels people make all kinds of promises when they are at work, but none of these amount to much once a film is done and dusted. Lever may be speaking the truth of his own experience, but his life is not the mirror of every life in Bollywood.

India’s best hope is that the Budget due February 2015 chooses growth and jobs

The presidential address to Parliament on June 9, 2014 had focussed nearly exclusively on projects and schemes, eschewing policy. Therefore, many had eagerly awaited the budget speech for a policy vision of the new government. Unfortunately, it too left observers guessing on whether the government would tackle tough reforms or rely principally on better implementation.

If cops guard veggies now, crooks could well come up with new crimes

Perhaps outnumbering its regular guardians of the law India has a self-appointed ‘moral police’ — who dictate what people may or may not do — as well as a ‘book police’ who regulate what people can read or write. Now, if Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor Najeeb Jung has his way, the capital might have a ‘veggie police’ as well.

Fifa 2014 showcased the rise of the global South as well as of Germany

The greatest show on earth just ended. It has seen the demise of greats and the democratisation of football.

Brics and later: PM Modi’s foreign policy must reflect

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s agenda over the next two months includes a BRICS summit in Brazil followed by high‑level meetings with leaders from the United States, China, Russia and Japan. The editorial argues that India’s foreign policy must balance east‑west ties in a multipolar world.

Now just pop a pill to stop blood clots

Blood clots, which are responsible foir killing many people every year, can now be treated without needles, i.e by oral medication.

Hysterectomy through belly button leaves no scars

Doctors have operated on a woman which they claim is the first hysterectomy in Europe through a tiny incision in her belly button, leaving no visible outward scars.

Kissing can cause herpes

The Australian Herpes Management Forum says that once you are affected with the Herpes virus, it stays in the body and can reactivate at any time.

A sweeter broccoli to cut heart diseases

Scientists claimed to have developed a new variety of broccoli that is not only grown naturally, but also tastes sweeter and has 40% more anti-oxidants than the normal to reduce risks of heart disease and cancer.

'Havan' for bacteria-free homes: Study

Want to lead a healthy life and free your home from bacteria? Perform 'havan' at regular intervals.

A cot mattress that mimics the womb

It's a dream come true for tired-out-moms, a revolutionary new cot mattress which mimics the sensation of the womb to keep babies happy at night.

India should trains its doctors in infectious diseases

With India battling swine flu, an eminent Indian-American doctor has said it is the right time the government in the country accelerate process of training its doctors in infectious diseases or else it could be too late to bring the situation under control.

Cadila to apply for clinical trials for swine flu vaccine

Synthetic bedding 'can cause asthma'

New wave of Swine flu could sicken millions

Now, an HIV blocking gel for women

Times of India Health reported the development of an HIV‑blocking gel specifically designed for women.

Homeopathy can cure swine flu, claims practitioner

At a time the country is grappling with H1N1 virus and Tamiflu tablet is belived to be the only solution, a well-known medical practitioner today claimed that people can have a cost-effective treatment in homeopathy for swine flu.

Breast cancer cases surge as cervical dips

Why dentures? Grow new teeth

Scientists in Japan have managed to grow teeth from stem cells, a development that could make dentures redundant.

Men who do household chores more likely to marry